Easy chocolate chip granola with coconut, pecans and a hint of maple syrup.This recipe is perfect to add to the top of breakfast parfaits. Try sprinkling a little on top of a cracker spread with peanut butter. You might even find yourself just grabbing a handful every now and then for as a special treat!
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You are going to love this easy recipe for homemade Chocolate Chip Granola. I really do love homemade granola. I love to have it on top of yogurt or on top of a cracker spread with peanut butter or just in a bowl with milk.
Chocolate Chip Granola
I'm sharing with you today a very easy recipe for homemade granola. Your family is going to love it almost as much as mine. I love granola because it is very easy to make but the one thing I don't love about granola is the price.
It is really expensive these days to purchase granola from the grocery store. Which is why I love this recipe AND you can add basically anything to this recipe when it's done baking.
I added mini chocolate chips because it adds a little extra sweetness to the crunch of the oats and pecans. And if you don't like coconut, you can leave that out from the recipe. Either way, you are going to LOVE this recipe!
This is a pretty basic recipe and you can add pretty much anything after the granola has cooked and cooled that your family loves. I love adding mini chocolate chips and dried fruit. I know your family will enjoy this recipe and you'll enjoy knowing you're saving money by making it at home!
Is Homemade Granola Healthy for You?
YES! Many store-bought granola recipes are made up of a combination of healthy and not-so-healthy ingredients. Which is why it's important and so much better for you to make it homemade. That way you can control exactly what goes into the granola.
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Main Ingredients Needed
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- 4 cups oats - not instant
- ¾ cup pecans
- ⅓ cup coconut
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ¼ cup oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips - added after the granola has cooked and cooled.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Combine the liquid ingredients
In a small saucepan, heat the oil, honey, syrup and vanilla.
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
Combine the oats, pecans, coconut, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon together in a mixing bowl.
Step 3: Mix Everything Together
Pour the warmed oil, honey, syrup and vanilla on top and stir to combine. Spread onto a baking tray that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
Step 4: Baking Instructions
Bake in a preheated 300 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes stirring every ten minutes.Set your timer so you don't forget to stir or the granola will burn.
Step 5: Add the Chocolate Chips
Once the granola has cooled, stir in the mini chocolate chips or dried fruit.
Storing Tips
- Once the granola has cooled, you can store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
- I like to store my homemade granola in mason jars. They work great at keeping everything fresh and look great in my pantry.
- You can also freeze the granola in a freezer-safe container or freezer-safe bag for up to 4 months.
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Chocolate Chip Coconut Pecan Homemade Granola
Ingredients
- 4 cups oats - not instant
- ¾ cup pecans
- ⅓ cup coconut
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup oil
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Method
- In a small saucepan, heat the oil, honey, syrup and vanilla.
- Combine the oats, pecans, coconut, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon together in a mixing bowl.
- Pour the warmed oil, honey, syrup and vanilla on top and stir to combine.
- Spread onto a baking tray that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake in a preheated 300 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes stirring every ten minutes.
- Set your timer so you don't forget to stir or the granola will burn.
- Once the granola has cooled, stir in the mini chocolate chip.
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Let us know how it was!This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2017 with new photos, information and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
Jamie Tomkins says
That looks amazing - my husband would love it! Pinned it to try. Thank you for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty
S Marie says
This looks delicious! I am a sucker for all things granola. 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!
Rebecca at SimplePracticalBeautiful.com says
I love granola for breakfast. Nothing else keeps me quite as full and full of energy. Thanks for the new granola recipe. I can't wait to try it. It sounds delicious.
Carlee says
Oh yummy! I love granola and haven't made any in a while. I will have to give this recipe a try!